Gear-up landing at Karlovy Vary Airport

No fatalities • Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft performed a belly landing at Karlovy Vary Airport following an error by the crew regarding the landing gear configuration.

What happened

During an approach to Karlovy Vary Airport, the flight crew failed to extend the landing gear prior to touchdown. This oversight resulted in the aircraft type making contact with the runway surface on its underbelly rather than its wheels. Following the initial impact, the plane slid across the runway for a distance of several yards before the motion ceased.

Despite the nature of the landing, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board. The aircraft sustained damage consistent with an improper landing configuration, but the incident concluded without further complications.

Findings

Investigations into the event suggest that a communication error or misunderstanding occurred between the crew members during the descent. This breakdown in coordination led to the failure to lower the landing gear before reaching the runway.

Probable cause

A misunderstanding among the flight crew resulted in the failure to deploy the landing gear for touchdown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1972-02-01 Avia 14 accident near Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic?

An aircraft performed a belly landing at Karlovy Vary Airport following an error by the crew regarding the landing gear configuration.

Were there any fatalities in the 1972-02-01 Avia 14 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1972-02-01 involved a Avia 14, registration OK-MCG, operated by CSA Czech Airlines - Československé Státní Aerolinie, at Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

A misunderstanding among the flight crew resulted in the failure to deploy the landing gear for touchdown.

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